The Supervisory Program Manager (PM) Registered Nurse (RN) executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership, experience, and creative approaches to the management of all Nursing Education and Research program aspects. The PM Supervisor is responsible and accountable for the direction and supervision of specific orientation, training, development of staff, and evaluation of individual staff performance.
The Supervisory Program Manager (PM) Registered Nurse (RN) of Nursing Education & Research (NEaR) reports directly to the Associate Nurse Executive, NEaR. In collaboration with the ANE, the Supervisory PM assumes accountability for the operation of the NEaR section/programs. The Supervisory PM is also responsible for contributing to the establishment and implementation of evidence-based nursing standards of practice.
The Supervisory PM creates a positive work environment and promotes a culturally diverse workforce in which the values and needs of all individuals are respected. The Supervisory PM NEaR assumes the following major duties and responsibilities: 1. Assists with the organizational vision that integrates program goals, strategic priorities, core values, and other factors for NEaR. 2. Completesrecurring reports, action items and performance evaluations in a timely manner. 3.
Responsible for nursing education staff scheduling and certifying timecards for nursing education time. 4. Develop and evaluate performance evaluations of NEaR staff. 5. Analyze units' operations, conduct all aspects of personnel management to include recruitment, performance management, training, compensation oversight, and labor relations issues. 6. Attends all mandatory training, seeks opportunities for improvement and demonstrates creative thinking. 7.
Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities. 8. Recommends and/or takes disciplinary action where appropriate. 9. Organize and lead staff meetings and huddles. 10. Develop, organize, implement, and/or maintain orientation and competenciesfor NEaR employees. 11. Collaborates with Unit Practice Councils (UPCs) to implement changes/processesin the section related to feedback from the All-Employee Survey (AES). 12.
Actively participates in and support of Shared Governance and Relationship Based Care. 13. Participatesin and supports High Reliability Organization (HRO) principles, system redesign projects and Lean Six Sigma thinking to positively impact the service and organization. 14. Participates on service and medical center committees and task forcesto improve nursing practice and patient care. 15.
Proactively makesleadership choicesto prioritize Veteran-Centered needs, operate within allocated resources and takes the initiative to find solutions. 16. Works collaboratively with Nurse Managers to ensure coverage and to coordinate project and resources. 17. Maintains knowledge and understanding of The Joint Commission (TJC) requirements and ensures compliance with VHA, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, and other accrediting organizations. 18.
Maintain knowledge of specific performance results and metrics such as Strategic Analytics for Improvement Learning (SAIL), Nurse Sensitive Indicators (NDNQI) and TJC. 19. Provide leadership, organization, and coordination of employees and resources to meet patient needs. 20. Serve as a resource and/or mentor to new personnel, providers, and students. 21.
In collaboration with the ANE NEaR, oversight of VA-Student Training Experience Program (VA-STEP), the Employee Incentive Scholarship Program (EISP), National Nursing Education Initiative (NNEI), VA National Employee Education Program (VANEEP) for Nursing Service. 22.
Executesin collaboration with the ANE NEaR the Nursing Service Travel and Tuition and Veterans Health Education & Information (VHEI) Program operating budget, prepares budget requests with justifications, and aligns resources to deliver sustained value to Veterans. 23. Performs other duties as assigned.
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Work Schedule: Full Time, 0730-1600 Compressed/Flexible: N/A Telework: N/A Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: N/A
Ruben.Cabral@va.gov · (858) 642-3553
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $114889 – $211055/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-08-27.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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